Software Engineer

Join us in building the firmware behind Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) flagship revenue and power quality meters—technology that plays a critical role in protecting and managing the world’s power infrastructure. In this role, you’ll collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to create innovative, reliable, and high-performance embedded solutions used across global energy systems.

About SEL

Enjoy a vibrant downtown with locally owned restaurants and shops, easy access to foothills and over 190 miles of trails, and strong public and higher-education institutions including Boise State University.

As one of America’s fastest growing cities, Boise offers a welcoming community and an excellent quality of life.

Responsibilities

• As a Software Engineer, a typical day might include: Designing, implementing, testing, and documenting embedded firmware and software systems.
• Collaborating closely with RTL and Hardware Engineers to understand and optimize firmware interactions.
• Developing clear and testable requirements, robust designs, and thorough verification strategies.
• Mentoring Engineers, Associate Engineers, and Technicians.
• Serving as a technical point of contact for internal customers and cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• You may be a great fit if you: Hold a B.S. in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Ability to read, understand, and work from hardware schematics and datasheets.
• Enjoy collaborating with HW, RTL, and software engineers.
• Have 6+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas: Embedded systems firmware development Real-time firmware design C, C++, and assembly Object-oriented design and programming o Scripting languages (e.g., Python) RTL and FPGA development Digital communications or signal processing Three-phase electric power systems Industrial controls Digital and analog circuit design Location Boise, Idaho - This position is based in Boise, ID, the capital city known for its balance of outdoor recreation, cultural amenities, and fast-growing tech community.

Pay

• We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a different level.
• Our pay ranges are determined by job and responsibility.
• We base our starting pay offer and title on job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.
• $84,200 - $124,500 annually Software Engineer: $97,700 - $144,400 annually Lead Software Engineer: $115,300 - $170,400 annually Communication with Applicants We communicate with all applicants.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Superior benefits.
• Inspiring work.
• People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners.
• We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.
• We’re 100% employee owned.
• Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Pay Range

Data We anticipate filling this position as a Software Engineer.

Associate Software Engineer

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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